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Microsoft’s Fara-7B is a 7B-parameter computer-use agent that runs locally on PCs, rivals GPT-4o on web tasks, and adds safety checkpoints for risky actions. The post Microsoft’s New ‘Fara-7B’ AI Agent Rivals GPT-4o, Runs Locally on Your PC appeared first on TechRepublic.

A curated rundown of Black Friday 2025 Apple deals on MacBook, iPad, AirPods, Apple Watch, and accessories, focused on real value and everyday use. The post The Best Black Friday Apple Deals for 2025 appeared first on TechRepublic.

Discover six standout Black Friday tech deals on laptops, tablets, audio, TVs, and wearables, curated from top retailers Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart. The post The Best Black Friday Tech Deals for Work and Play appeared first on TechRepublic.

Apple’s rumored iOS 27 update may focus on cleanup and Apple Intelligence upgrades while the company bets on Siri, Veritas, and services growth for AI revenue. The post Report: Here’s What Apple Users Can Expect from iOS 27 appeared first on TechRepublic.

Google is making Android–iPhone sharing easier by letting Pixel 10 users send and receive files over Apple’s AirDrop, using a secure peer-to-peer link. The post Android Can Now Share Files Directly to iPhones — No Apple Help Needed appeared first on TechRepublic.

iOS 26.2 Public Beta 2 introduces code-based AirDrop sharing, Liquid Glass UI refinements, stricter Sleep Scores, and smoother iPad multitasking. The post Apple Reveals iOS 26.2 Public Beta 2, Polishing Features and Expanding AirDrop appeared first on TechRepublic.

Learn different ways to conduct a VoIP speed test at no cost, plus our best tips for making the most of your results. The post Free VoIP Speed Testing: How to Evaluate Call Quality on Your Network appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Who is that actor? Where was this scene filmed? Samsung's latest launch could help with the answers. The post Samsung Vision AI Companion Turns TVs Into Smart Assistants appeared first on TechRepublic.

Switzerland’s NCSC warns iPhone users of a new scam exploiting lost devices to steal Apple ID credentials through fake Find My messages. The post Lost Your iPhone? Beware Fake ‘Find My’ Messages Aiming to Steal Your Apple ID appeared first on TechRepublic.

Apple introduced the ability to send and receive text messages via satellite last year, but now it wants to expand these features with 5G support and more. The post Apple in Space: Exploring the iPhone’s Satellite Connectivity appeared first on TechRepublic.

At Tesla’s 2025 shareholder meeting, Elon Musk warned supplier output may fall short and floated a ‘Terrafab’, a gigantic chip fab to secure Tesla’s AI chips. The post Elon Musk Floats ‘Terafab’ as Tesla’s Next Big AI Chip Bet appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Mate 70 Air takes on iPhone Air at nearly half the price, with a 7-inch OLED, 6,500 mAh battery, and 66W charging. Launching first in China. The post Huawei’s Mate 70 Air Takes Aim at Apple’s iPhone Air — for Half the Price appeared first on TechRepublic.

Google unveils Ironwood, its most powerful TPU, for the age of inference, and Axion Arm VMs promising up to 2× better price-performance for AI workloads. The post Google Unveils Ironwood, Its ‘Most Powerful’ and ‘Energy-Efficient’ AI Chip to Date appeared first on TechRepublic.

WhatsApp arrives on Apple Watch: read, reply, send voice notes, and react with emojis. Calls not yet supported. Works on watchOS 10+ (Series 4+). The post WhatsApp Lands on Apple Watch with Messaging, Voice Notes, and Reactions appeared first on TechRepublic.

Learn how to install, configure, and connect to Samba for Linux & Windows. Share files securely in just minutes with this easy guide. The post How to Use Samba File Sharing: Easy Setup for Linux and Windows appeared first on TechRepublic.

The upcoming Mac, code-named J700, is currently in active testing at Apple and early production with overseas suppliers. The post Apple Preps Low-Cost Mac to Lure Windows and Chromebook Buyers appeared first on TechRepublic.

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